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Record Nr.

UNINA9910798220903321

Autore

Mligo Elia Shabani

Titolo

Introduction to research methods and report writing : a practical guide for students and researchers in social sciences and the humanities / / by Elia Shabani Mligo

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Eugene, Oregon : , : Resource Publications, , 2016

©2016

ISBN

1-4982-7851-5

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (160 pages)

Disciplina

300.72

Soggetti

Social sciences - Research - Methodology

Humanities - Research - Methodology

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Nota di contenuto

Meaning and importance of research -- Topic, problem, and thesis -- Selecting suitable research design -- Developing scientific research proposal -- Instruments for data collection -- Writing research report -- Rules of the academic game.

Sommario/riassunto

This book provides introductory materials on research methods and report writing that aim at guiding students and researchers towards effective research and reporting of their findings. Unlike the many volumes on research that are mostly theoretical, this book originated in the classroom and grew out of the students' own needs to design and conduct satisfactory research in order to meet academic requirements. It is also designed to help experienced researchers in their research ventures. In fulfilling this purpose, the author uses simple, straightforward language. He also provides appropriate examples and illustrations to enable the reader to grasp the basic concepts of research. The book will prove a useful guide for students and researchers in social sciences and humanities who wish to transform research theory into real and feasible research projects.